Brain stem glioma is a distinct category of central nervous system tumor because of its unique location and behavior. The histology of brain stem gliomas spans the spectrum of gliomas located elsewhere in the central nervous system. The cause of these tumors is still unknown.
An infection caused by strep or staph bacteria can lead to toxic shock syndrome. These bacteria are common and usually don't cause problems. But in rare cases, the toxins enter the bloodstream and cause a severe immune reaction. This reaction causes the symptoms of TSS.
Skin shedding may occur on the palms and soles of the feet about one or two weeks after the initial infection begins. Picture of skin loss in toxic shock syndrome (TSS); SOURCE: CDC. Some clinicians classify TSS by stages -- others do not. However, early symptoms such as a high fever and a falling blood pressure may occur before later stages of organ damage appear.